39 THE READING ROOM

Sept. 5–Oct. 3, the space hosts Occiput,
a collection of short films, images, and
objects by Lucia Simek. Simek’s work
revolves around the concept of instability
and insecurity found within daily life, seen
through the lens of nature and the sublime.
thereadingroom-dallas.blogspot.com

40 RO2 ART

Through Sept. 12, the 3rd annual small-works show CHAOS is comprised of the
works of over 100 artists. The works of
Cathey Miller and Mark S. Nelson are
introduced on Sept. 19. The work of Cheryl
Finfrock runs through Aug. 15; the works of
Fannie Brito opens on Aug. 19. Nancy Ferro
opens at the Magnolia Sept. 18. ro2art.com

41 SAMUEL LYNNE GALLERIES

Anarchaeolog y (an-ahr-kee-ol-uh-jee) displays the
work of Bernie Taupin, Elton John’s lyricist
and longtime songwriting partner, whose
paintings reflect his renowned written
compositions.Opening reception with the
artist will be on Sept. 12. samuellynne.com

42 SOUTHWEST GALLERY

Southwest Gallery hosts the Annual Summer
Art Festival Aug. 22–23, in which attendees
can enjoy fifteen artists at work while
enjoying refreshments and live music. On
Sept. 12 the gallery opens Brian Grimm.
swgallery.com